Preserving Our Legacy
A timeline of Freemasonry in Medicine Hat—milestones, growth, and the enduring work of the Craft.
History of Freemasonry in Medicine Hat
1885Freemasons in Medicine Hat petitioned the Grand Lodge of Manitoba for a dispensation to form a new lodge. The dispensation was granted on September 1, 1885, leading to the formation of Medicine Hat Lodge No. 31 G.R.M.
1887Medicine Hat Lodge No. 31 G.R.M. received its official charter on February 12, 1887. The town's growth as a divisional point on the Canadian Pacific Railway contributed to the lodge's prominence in Alberta's Masonic history.
1908To accommodate the growing number of Freemasons, Mizpah Lodge No. 35 was constituted in 1908, further contributing to the Masonic presence in the area.
PresentToday, these lodges continue to operate under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Alberta, upholding the traditions and principles of Freemasonry in Medicine Hat. They remain active in the community, contributing to charitable initiatives and fostering fellowship among members.